224622: Business Analyst I - Houston, TX

Canon Recruiting Group; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Canon Recruiting Group in Houston, TX is seeking a Trade Control Analyst to join the GFICCO Commodities Trade Control Team. The role focuses on trade validation, amendments, and reconciliation, with full training provided and a move to a hybrid schedule after an initial onsite phase.

The position requires keen attention to detail, risk awareness, and strong analytical and communication skills to collaborate with Sales, Trading, and Operations.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to learn.
• High attention to detail with focus on accuracy.
• Sound controls mindset with strong risk awareness.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a high-energy environment.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills across levels of seniority.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload.
• Strong analytical skills including data reconciliation and investigation.
• Logical problem-solving approach and ownership.
• Solid understanding of the trade lifecycle.
• Two to three years of commodities experience preferred.
• Experience with an ETRM system such as Endur/Openlink preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform trade validation by reconciling trades and ensuring accurate system booking.
• Process trade amendments to correct booking errors and maintain accurate trade records.
• Investigate, elevate, and resolve trade breaks in partnership with Sales, Trading, and Operations teams.
• Support regulatory and management reporting activities as required.
• Contribute to process improvement, risk reduction, and control enhancement initiatives.
• Respond to ad hoc requests and support broader team priorities as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Risk awareness

Analytical skills

Deadline-driven

Problem solving

Trade lifecycle understanding

Tools

Endur/Openlink

Job description

POSITION: Business Analyst (Level I)

FULLTIME: 4-Month Assignment (Possible Extension)

LOCATION: Houston, TX

SCHEDULE: Onsite 4 days/week for training then switch to hybrid (requirement of a minimum of 3 days per week)

PAY RANGE

$33.65/HR

(Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Base pay information is based on market location.)

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Global Fixed Income, Currency & Commodities Operations (GFICCO) team provides end-to-end trade control, confirmation, and settlement support across GFICCO businesses. The team also delivers utility over-the-counter (OTC) derivative confirmation and settlement services for non-FICC businesses.

Within GFICCO, the Commodities Trade Control Team supports a broad range of services, including trade control, settlement, OTC derivative confirmation and settlement, and commodities operations.

The Commodities Trade Control Team is seeking a Trade Control Analyst to join its growing team. This role supports the expanding Global Commodities business across multiple products and instruments. Full technical training will be provided.

The position is desk-aligned and focuses on trade validation and reconciliation, trade amendments, regulatory and management reporting, process and risk improvement, and issue resolution.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, intellectually curious, and detail-oriented individual who is eager to develop and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, diverse, and rapidly evolving environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform trade validation by reconciling trades and ensuring accurate system booking.
• Process trade amendments to correct booking errors and maintain accurate trade records.
• Investigate, elevate, and resolve trade breaks in partnership with Sales, Trading, and Operations teams.
• Support regulatory and management reporting activities as required.
• Contribute to process improvement, risk reduction, and control enhancement initiatives.
• Respond to ad hoc requests and support broader team priorities as needed.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Strong desire to learn, with demonstrated intellectual curiosity and initiative.
• High attention to detail, with a strong focus on accuracy, quality, and follow-through.
• Sound controls mindset with strong risk awareness.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a high-energy environment.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of seniority.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize daily workload while maintaining accuracy.
• Strong analytical skills, including data reconciliation, investigation, and interpretation.
• Logical problem-solving approach, with the ability to take ownership and recommend practical solutions.
• Solid understanding of the trade lifecycle.
• Two to three years of commodities experience preferred.
• Experience with an ETRM system, such as Endur Openlink, preferred.

Working Conditions

• May on occasion be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels, such as from office equipment.
• The ability to lift up to 30lbs.
• Use of computers and technology

Here at Canon Recruiting, People are our priority, and we are committed to Include Diversity in every segment of who we are. It is only through our Diversity; we are made a stronger organization and increase our ability to provide top tier candidates that our clients have come to know Canon for. We have an inclusive environment all employees are celebrated for their unique differences. The different perspectives and experiences of our workforce give us the competitive advantage that is essential for success in an ever-changing market. By promoting inclusion with the same enthusiasm, we devote to quality and competency and using the experience from a diverse assortment of backgrounds and experiences, Canon is able to improve the services and value we deliver to clients, employees, and customers. At Canon, Diversification and Inclusiveness are much more than a corporate ambition; they are a critical component in our daily corporate life. Canon Recruiting is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Canon Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. The pay range for this position is listed above. Base pay information is based on market location. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Our range of benefits may include health care and 401(k) savings plans. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please email our HR team [e-mail]